Be Well by Kelly Leveque

In this episode, I’m so excited to sit down with Dr. Amy Killen—a former ER physician turned hormone and regenerative medicine expert—to talk all things hormone replacement therapy (HRT). From understanding the roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone to recognizing the first signs of perimenopause, Dr. Amy explains how learning about hormones can transform your health and vitality. We al...

Parenting can feel overwhelming, but Dr. Siggie Cohen, known as the Child Whisperer, is here to offer clarity and calm. With over 35 years of experience as a child developmental specialist, educator, and mother of three, Dr. Siggie has helped thousands of families navigate emotional challenges, behavioral struggles, and transitions. In this episode, she dives into redefining authority, balancing b...

I’m excited to welcome Dr. Michael Goran, one of the world’s leading experts in childhood nutrition and obesity, to the show! With over 35 years of research and experience, Dr. Goran has dedicated his career to understanding the impact of sugar on children's health, and he’s the author of Sugarproof, a must-read for parents looking to make healthier choices for their kids. In this episode, we expl...

I’m thrilled to welcome the legendary Bobbi Brown to the show! As the founder of not one, but two iconic beauty brands, Bobbi has reshaped the industry by championing natural beauty and clean cosmetics. Now in her sixties, she’s proving it’s never too late to start fresh—whether that’s launching a new business, embracing aging naturally, or redefining what it means to feel confident in your own sk...

For over 40 years, Dr. Martin Moore-Ede has been a leading expert on circadian clocks and the health impacts of electric light exposure at night. In this episode, Dr. Moore-Ede explains how LED lights can disrupt our natural rhythms, the crucial role of melatonin in metabolic health, and ways to boost it naturally. We also discuss why morning light is essential, how blue light glasses affect us, a...

If you've been questioning your relationship with alcohol or are curious about going alcohol-free, Christy Osborne, author of Love Life Sober, is here to let you know you’re not alone and to share the incredible benefits of sobriety on your brain and body. In this episode, Christy openly discusses her journey, a transformation that began with the loss of her mother and led her to uncover the emoti...

In this episode, we’re joined by Breast Implant Illness expert and holistic plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield, who’s here to share valuable insights on the symptoms of implant-related health issues and how to navigate explant surgery recovery. Dr. Whitfield breaks down the science behind how implants can trigger autoimmune responses and explains the key differences between explant surgery and c...

I’m thrilled to welcome Kimberly Snyder, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, nutritionist, and founder of Solluna®, to explore the transformative power of heart coherence. Kimberly’s new book, The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts, shares fascinating research on how heart coherence can shift us from stress to inner peace, optimizing everything from our nervous system to our relationships. We discus...

I’m so excited to have today’s guest, Josh Clemente, the founder of Levels Health. In today’s episode, we dive into why real-time blood glucose monitoring is so impactful for your health. We explore how managing your blood sugar in real time gives you a clearer picture than traditional annual tests, empowering you to make informed decisions about your health. Josh also touches on how non-food rela...

Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim are the founders of WeNatal, a new functional prenatal supplement intentionally designed for women and for men. WeNatal is on a mission to help create healthy babies and shift the narrative around fertility and pregnancy from me to we. With a team of industry-leading doctors and nutrition experts, they're committed to bringing an innovative prenatal option to market...

Today’s episode is all about the vaginal microbiome, and I’m joined by Dr. Jacques Ravel, a leading expert in microbiology and immunology. Dr. Ravel has been deeply involved in research on the vaginal microbiome and co-chairs the Seed Health Scientific Advisory Board. We dive into the science behind Seed’s new VS-01™, a vaginal symbiotic probiotic that introduces Lactobacillus crispatus to promote...

James Nestor is an acclaimed author and journalist who has written for Scientific American, Outside, and The New York Times. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, explores how humans have lost the ability to breathe properly and how to regain it, becoming an instant bestseller with over 2.5 million copies sold. In today’s episode, James talks about the powerful connection between...

Dr. Tyna Moore, a seasoned naturopathic physician and chiropractor with nearly three decades of experience, is renowned for her expertise in holistic regenerative medicine and metabolic health. As the host of the Dr. Tyna Show podcast, she’s passionate about empowering listeners to enhance their wellbeing through practical approaches like weightlifting, sunlight, and metabolic healing. In this epi...

In today's episode, we meet Jessica Lahey, author of the New York Times bestseller, The Gift of Failure: How The Best Parents Learn To Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. Informed by over two decades of teaching experience and a robust writing career, Jessica shares her relatable insights on education and parenting. I absolutely devoured this book and I’m thrilled to dive into it with Jessica. W...

It may seem like every corner of the wellness space has been researched, everything has been studied and reported ad nauseam, that no new frontiers of modern health remain. Today, Dr. Georgia Ede joins the show to outline her new book – Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind – and to smash that notion to pieces! She is an internationally recognized expert in nutritional and metabolic psychiatry. Havin...

Dr. Cate Shanahan’s groundbreaking work has inspired entire movements involving bone broth, live culture ferments, and seed-oil-free business empires. In this episode, I welcome Dr. Cate back on the podcast to chat about the latest research in her new book, Dark Calories: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Can Get It Back. We covered Seed Oils 101 in our last conversation (episode 21...

Women's brain health remains one of the most under researched, underdiagnosed, and undertreated fields of medicine – and someone needs to fix it. Enter today’s brilliant guest, Dr. Lisa Mosconi. She is the director of the Women's Brain Initiative at the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. In this conversation, we explore menopause's effect on t...

Welcome to a very special solo episode to celebrate 300 episodes! Thank you for tuning in each and every week and joining me on this endlessly enlightening ride. To celebrate this amazing journey, I'm sharing my first-ever solo podcast episode, and the theme is summer survival. We start by diving into the pillars of the Fab 4 (protein, fats, fibers, and greens), and how you can set your body up fo...

If you’re a first-time parent needing guidance on how to know what’s best for your kid’s health, this episode is a must-listen! I’m excited to sit down today with Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, a trailblazing board-certified pediatrician known for his holistic approach to child health. Dr. Gator brings a unique integrative perspective to pediatric care with an extensive background in kinesiology, psychol...

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Aliza Pressman back to the show to share insights from her new book, The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans. Dr. Pressman, a seasoned developmental psychologist and co-founding director of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, introduces a refreshing, simplified approach to parenting that cuts through the noise of endless advic...

In 2005, the New England Journal of Medicine predicted that, for the first time in history, our kids are expected to have shorter lifespans than us – their parents. To address this startling statistic and figure out how to help our kids be more happy and healthy, we're joined by Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford, NYU, and UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician and pediatric functional medicine expert. Als...

Dr. Casey Means is a Stanford trained physician and co-founder of Levels, a health technology company with the mission of reversing the world's metabolic health crisis. She trained in head and neck surgery before leaving traditional medicine to devote her life to tackling the root cause of why Americans are sick. She’s also the author of the upcoming book Good Energy: The Surprising Connection bet...

Karalynne Call, a certified nutritionist and the founder and CEO of Just Ingredients, has built a health and wellness empire recognized as one of Utah's top 10 fastest-growing companies. With a product line featuring over 200 nutrition and personal care items, all crafted from nourishing, real, and natural ingredients, Karalynne is dedicated to inspiring healthier, happier lives. We delve into Kar...

I'm excited and honored to introduce my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Katina Mountanos, founder and CEO of Kosterina, a wellness brand that embraces the Mediterranean lifestyle through its high antioxidant, extra virgin olive oil, and more. Katina's vision with Kosterina is not only to offer delicious products but also to prove that healthy options can indeed be delectable. Katina was inspired b...

Today I’m thrilled to talk to a woman I admire so much, a role model who has helped inspire my nutrition career. JJ Virgin is a triple board-certified nutrition expert and four-time New York Times bestselling author. She’s on a mission to change the narrative from aging gracefully to aging powerfully. We explore what it means to age powerfully and how to do it. JJ tells us the “magic bullets” to s...